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Monsters eye No. 3 seed and home game for first round of AF1 playoffs

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The Minnesota Monsters return home Saturday night looking to strengthen their Arena Football One playoff position while honoring members of the military and first responders during a special appreciation event at Amsoil Arena.

Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m. CDT as the Monsters host the Washington Wolfpack in one of the final regular-season home games of the 2026 season.

The organization has designated the contest as Military & First Responders Night, recognizing active-duty military personnel, veterans, police officers, firefighters, emergency medical personnel and other first responders for their service to the community and the nation.

The game also carries importance in the AF1 playoff race as Minnesota continues its push toward the postseason. The Monsters have remained among the league's top teams for much of the season and enter the weekend seeking another victory before the regular season winds down.

Fans are encouraged to arrive early for the evening's festivities and wear Monsters colors as the organization looks to host one of its largest crowds of the season. Team officials are planning special recognition throughout the evening to honor military members and first responders in attendance.

Tickets for Saturday's game are available through the Minnesota Monsters' official website, www.mnmonsters.com.

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